I had that uneasy sensation when reading the conclusion of Clear and Present Safety (Yale University Press). We regard the world with easy disdain because, despite our efforts, we don’t know much about it. We also don’t know much about American military strength. (Pinker’s name is the first one we encounter in Clear and Present Safety.) Clear and Present Safety and Pinker’s excellent books are admirable efforts to reverse a trend.

Source: National Post March 22, 2019 14:33 UTC